How to Keep My Outdoor Fountain Clean
The key to keeping an outdoor fountain clean is performing regular maintenance. The more frequently you see to the fountain, the less elbow grease you'll need to keep it clean. The biggest hazards to an outdoor fountain are blown or falling debris and algae growth. Before you start cleaning the outdoor fountain, make sure you turn the fountain pump off and remove any fish or plants that may be living in it. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Clean cloth
- Old toothbrush
- Stiff nylon brush
- Bleach or Care Free Enzymes
Instructions
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Empty the water out of the fountain reservoir.
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Pull the pump out of the fountain--disconnecting tubing if necessary to do so--and wipe it clean with a dry cloth. Remove any residue or build-up from the pump with the cloth.
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Remove the pump cover and wipe down the interior of the pump too. Don't take its components apart. Clean any hard to reach components with an old toothbrush.
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Pick any large chunks of debris out of the pump reservoir by hand.
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Brush the fountain reservoir surface with a clean, stiff nylon brush. Follow with a clean cloth to remove any small, lingering bits of debris.
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Use a minimal amount of bleach, if necessary, to remove any algae present in the fountain reservoir.
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Tips & Warnings
You can add a minimal amount of bleach or some hydrogen peroxide to your fountain water to prevent algae growth, but these may not be safe for animals. Consider using an animal-safe product such as Care Free Enzymes to keep the fountain free of algae instead.
